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Hi, I am challenging myself with a beautiful Mirabilia Pattern. I just wanted to ge some confirmation that my understanding of the pattern is asking is correct. I am stitching it on 32 count fabric. The pattern says, stitched (2 over 2) and that blends of floss are one strand each. Does this mean that I use 2 strands floss, blends 1 strand each and non blends 2 strands. Also the 2 over 2, does that mean that I stitch over the linen threads to make a bigger square? I realise these are probably silly questions but I just want to make sure I get of on the right foot. The other cross stitch designs I have done have not been this complex.
Kind Regards Kylie
Hello, Kylie :)
When the pattern requires you to use 2 strands blended together, that does mean that you separate 1 strand from each color to be blended, and put them together.
2 over 2 means that you stitch over 2 fabric threads using 2 strands of thread. Here's an example of this:
http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/counted-cross-stitch.html
I hope this helps you with your project. Good luck, and happy stitching! :)
Sincerely,
Angela :)
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| Comment | Thanks Angela. Thats what I thought but just needed to hear it from an expert that it was actually correct. Thankyou for the link, very helpful, I have added that to my favourites site for later advice. your very quick response was much appreciated. | ||
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Angela
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I have 22+ years of cross stitching experience, which includes stitching on Aida, evenweave linen, vinyl canvas, and have stitched a design on a cotton t-shirt using waste canvas. I have also worked with beads and blending filament in quite a few projects. I have made many projects which include cross stitched mugs, a keychain, pictures, magnets, and the cotton t-shirt. I can answer questions pertaining to preparing and cleaning fabric, preparing clothing for stitching, how many threads to be used on which Aida cloth, and will try to help you to the best of my ability with other questions you may have. I am prompt in my responses and usually answer within 24 hours from when you ask your question. I look forward to helping you. :)
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